Livonia: George T. Schuster Jr., of Richmond Mills Road, passed peacefully on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at age 88. He was born on March 16, 1931 in Dansville, NY to the late George T. Sr. & Marie (Kervin) Schuster. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his wife Joan M. Schuster, sister Kathryn Walrath and brother Vince Schuster. Survived by children; William (Mary) Schuster of Livonia, Robert (Midge) Schuster of Americus, GA, Kathleen (Jeff) Dodsworth, Daniel (Laurie) Schuster, Kevin (Karen L.) Schuster, Karen A. (Christine) Schuster and Mary Ann (Gary) Benedict all of Livonia. Grandchildren; Michael Schuster, Brittany Snyder (Dylan Tucker), Brandon Snyder, Matthew (Caroline) Schuster, Sara Schuster (Jack Yancey), Kaitlin Grouse (Matt Bullen), Kevin Grouse, Jenna Dodsworth (Devan Sutton), Daniel (Jennifer) Schuster, Robert Schuster, Scott Schuster, Nicole Benedict and Thomas Benedict; great-grandchildren, George Bullen and Finnola Schuster; sisters, Rose Joyce, Rita Schuster, Barbara (Richard) Nowakowski and Alice-Ann Schuster; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends.
A 1949 graduate of Livonia Central School with an Agricultural Science degree from Alfred State in 1951, George fulfilled his passions for farming. He was a third-generation dairy farmer taking over Schuster Farms in 1968 and operating the homestead for over 40 years. Married to Joan for 53 years, they had 7 children in 8 years and he still found time to give back to his community. He was a committee member of the Farmers Home Administration, a charter member of the Livonia Ambulance and a member of the Livonia Fire Department for over 65 years. In 2013 he was chosen as Livingston County Citizen of the year. He served on the Town Board for 32 years and was a proud member of the Historical Society. George served as ambassador of the Annual Rotary Farmer’s Dinner where he received the honorary Rotary award in 2019. He was inducted into the Livonia Athletic Hall of Fame and was a member of the Livonia Sports Fan Club. Athletics were his greatest pass-time whether it be a Livonia high school event, an Alfred football game, watching Syracuse or an NFL game on the television. He lived life to its fullest both at work and play, always with a smile on his face and a “have a happy” comment to cheer your day.
Family and friends may call Tuesday, March 26th, from 3-8pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY. A Funeral Mass to Celebrate George’s Life will be held on Wednesday, March 27th, 10:30am at St. Matthew’s Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY. Burial to follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Livonia Fire Department, PO Box 151, Livonia, NY 14487 or Livonia Historical Society, PO Box 155, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence and for further information please visit www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Very sorry to hear that George passed. I always enjoyed seeing him in the store and having good conversation relating to current events. (mostly political..) He will be missed..
Where do I begin – he was the most caring and laid back gentleman. I remember taking over babysitting for you after my sister’s (Gwen) reign was over on Branch Street. Your mom kept your dad in line with the sweetest smile after her scolding him. A beautiful match made in heaven. Whenever I think or saw George my mind always returned to the Philharmonic Christmas Concert when I sat behind your mom and dad, when the concert was finished he got up helped your mom up and gave her a kiss on the check with a huge grin took her hand and patted it as they grinned at each other and walked hand and hand out of the concert the last time I saw them together. A memory that their love for each other through thick and thin never wavered. He was always so proud of each and everyone of you! I am truly honored to have been able to be apart of George’s life. I can see the beautiful reunion of your mom and dad in heaven! May God Bless!
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
My wife Sarah and I send our deepest condolences to the entire Schuster family.
George was a one-in-a-million man! He was a smiling friend to literally all he met. When I was playing high school football in the early ‘70s, George was Livonia’s most faithful fan. It meant so much to me and the other players that we could count on the loyal support of a universally known graduate of Livonia. His very presence made us feel good about ourselves. His love of the game lives on in the rest of the family! Livonia’s loss is Heaven’s gain.
We are so sorry to hear about Dad. Both George and Joan were so welcoming to us when we came to Livonia. We remember the float decorating in his barn. He always had something positive to say when we saw him. You all can be so proud of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I’m so sorry to hear about George’s passing. I have fond memories of George, my dad, Glenn , and my uncle Gordon leaning against a piece of farm equipment discussing farm life. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Scott and Amy (Wingate) Freese
RIP George! You are a hero to so many people. Deepest sympathy to all of your children. You and my dad can talk farming and seed corn once again! Amy Cole and Carol Cole
A beautiful man inside and out who brought both a great family and legacy to our communities. He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone I am proud to have know him and called him a Friend he has earned his seat in Heaven.
Condolences to the Schuster family ! George was a great guy and will be greatly missed . Until we meet again George ! Ron and Betty Sawdey
Livonia has been so blessed to have George as one of the pillars of our community all these years.
My sincere condolences to all the Schuster families.
George and Joan Schuster raised a family that has had a huge impact on our community! I’ll never forget visiting the Schuster’s farm in 1974 to watch Bob and Bill throw the football while George gathered all the family to watch. George meant so much to so many people. My best to the Schuster family, your Dad was the best!
Sorry to hear the news of George’s passing. I have so many fond memories of this great gentleman. The farm, to Alfred football, to watching Coach Schu- Karen games. Said often, he always have a smile on his face when you saw George. To his many kind words an made everyone feel at ease. Our thoughts an prayers go out to the whole Schuster gang during this most difficult time. He loved life that was for sure. Blum’s , April, Cory, Kelsi, an Jim. Flagler Beach Florida, Vt.
GEORGE Will be greatly missed ! My deepest sympathies to His whole family,
Our thoughts and condolences are with the entire Schuster family.
As someone new to the Livonia Community, I was pleased and surprised how both George and Joan welcomed me into their home. Their home was warm and comfortable. We would sit and they loved to talk about their children. They were so very proud. George will be missed but NOT FORGOTTEN. He has “made his mark.”
So sorry we can not be with you to celebrate the life of a very special man. God sent him to us for a reason and now his work is done. All of his children and grandchildren should be so proud that they were raised by him and Joan. Follow in his footsteps and know that he and you will be held in our hearts and prayers;Best wishes, Mary Hensler Tessier and Kevin Tessier.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
We are very sorry that we cannot be there to attend the services for George. He loved our community and Livonia has lost one its most respected citizens.
I will miss the jabs about the price of milk!
With deepest sympathy,
Bill and Dawn Brennan
To the Schuster Family,
We had the honor of meeting and getting to know George through his weekly visits to our farm to drop off his hay for our minis.
George, always the gentleman would give a fond hug or hand shake and have a few sound words of advice or shared caring thoughts and always asked about those that were not present on his visits to our farm. He would say, “Okay now, give Mike a hello from me…gotta run”, and he was always so cheerful and so proud of his kids and grandkids.
He would let us know when his son was refereeing at NFL games and to make sure we watched the game (and we did George).
He loved it when we took him into the barn to meet the new foals on the ground every spring. He proudly introduced us to his grandsons who came to help deliver the hay. He loved his family so.
George, you brightened our days every time you came by, and you will be missed greatly by all of us.
May the Schusters find comfort in the knowledge that there are so many of us who will fondly remember your dad and grand dad and how he touched our lives in meaningful ways.
Godspeed George with love,
The Robison Family
My heartfelt sympathy to George’s family. I hope you find peace and comfort
from the fond memories you have of him. Also, pray to God for comfort. God promises to give us comfort when we need it . Now is the time to pray for it.
Trust in him for help.
Psalm 62:8
Our prayers are with the family may George Rest in Peace . He is home with our lord Jesus and his family that he had here on earth. God Bless Hiim.
Sorry for your loss .I have known the Shuster family all my life . They lived on the corner and we lived on Shelly road and then Cadyville road. My maiden name is Cicero. We all went to school together. George you lived a long fruitful life and a wonderful man always putting family ahead of everything else.May You Rest In Peace.,you are with our lord Jesus and your family in Heaven.
We will miss our Livonia Patriot.
George defined our community.
Our deepest condolences to the Schuster Families.
Kevin Masterson
Our sincerest condolences to all of you . George was truly a pillar of the Livonia community, and he will be missed by all! He always had a smile for everyone he met….even if he didn’t know them well. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time
One of my favorite guys in Livonia. He will certainly be missed. So sorry, please keep his memory alive with the great grandchildren.
Your loss is the loss of many. May you find joy in knowing your father was well respected, not simply as a person but a person of integrity, community spirit, and loving and encouraging parent. He will be missed by many, but especially all of you. Keep his memory alive with stories, tears, and laughter. Condolences to all of you.
Our condolences to the Schuster family. Livonia will never be the same.
I am sorry to hear about the passing of Mr George Schuster, a loving Dad,grandfather,friend and person of the community. George will be greatly missed in and around Livonia. May you rest in paradise George. Fly high with the angels and watch over all of your loved ones!!
I’ll miss seeing him at West’s and hearing his happy voice! He was definitely a great Community man, family man, and friend. We will both miss seeing him around Town. So sad for all of his family. Love to you all.
Condolences to all of George’s family and friends. It is always to soon.
Livonia has lost an icon. George was a true Livonian and an asset to the community.
Kind, friendly always with a smile, rest in peace George you will be missed by many.
Our sincere condolences to whole Schuster Family on the passing of your Father/ Grandfather! His years as a farmer, community leader, Hemlock Fair/Grange official, St Joseph/St.Matthew Church parishioner and Major LCS “Bulldog” Father/ Player/Alumni! God Bless You George for all the blessing you gave to the Town of Livonia!
Bill, Mary, Mary Ann, Karen And Families,
Thoughts and Prayers go out to you all at this difficult time. Hugs
Cindy Mastin
It was a great pleasure to know you .Rip George.
Sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle George. Will miss his kind spirit and love he shared with all that knew him! May he rested in eternal peace IJN.
I am sorry for your loss my deepest condolences
I didn’t know him, but I will seeing him on his front porch or on his tractor with his pipe. RIP, thoughts & prayers to the family.
Condolences to the entire family!!! George was such a cheerful upbeat person!!!! He will certainly be missed – not only by his Family but by all of his many many Friends!!!!! He leaves many many happy memories for all who came in contact with him. Much Love from Reg and Mary LYNN.
He was such a lovely man. Our sympathies to the whole family.
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the Schuster family.
So sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace during this difficult time
So sorry to hear of George’s passing. Don and I went to school with him in Livonia, many years ago. R.I.P. prayers to the family.
we will miss George. He,s the only one In Livonia who still called me Bertie.
Dear Schuster Family,
We are profoundly saddened by your loss, and are thinking of you all. George has become such a special part of our lives over the last ten years and we will miss him greatly. From his after dinner porch calls to his wonderful sense of humor we were always left with smiles. George was a great advisor and could often answer our many questions on the farm. The opportunity and potential he saw in us as young farmers is something we will never forget! He was an amazing man and has lead such an accomplished life. It goes without saying that come planting and harvest season Julie and I will miss his watchful eye and the pride he carried with him as we worked the land.
Sending condolences to the Schuster clan on the loss of George. May the memories of good times together remain with you forever.
Jami Bujnowski and family
So Sad – We have lost a real gentleman. – Rest in peace, George – We will miss you!
My condolences to the entire Schuster family. George was a genuinely kind and loving man. Please have faith that he is resting in a better place. My love to all of you during this very difficult time. Sincerely ,Peggy Constantine Proctor
So sorry to hear about George’s passing. I always enjoyed his company, especially at the Bills games watching Bill. My father died last July and I talk to him everyday. I hope and pray for your family. Pete Embury and family.
Sorry for your lost. Prayers for family
Dear Schuster family,
So sorry to hear about your dad. George was such a great man and always so friendly to all he met. He lived a great life and loved his community and his family. Prayers and love to all of you during this sad time.
Wendy and Rich Monroe